Banished From The Hero's Party Anime Episode 1

Ever feel like you're stuck in a job you don't really love? Well, welcome to the world of Banished From the Hero's Party, I Decided to Live a Quiet Life in the Countryside! And guess what? The first episode kicks off with that exact feeling... but with way more swords and magic.

Our main man, Red, is literally the best support a hero could ask for. But, surprise! He gets kicked out of the hero's party. Talk about a career change!

The Ultimate Career Change: From Hero to Herbalist

So, why the boot? Turns out, the Hero, Ruti, (who is also his sister, no big deal), is getting too powerful. Someone decides Red's skills aren't needed anymore.

Imagine working your tail off, only to be told you're too good at your job. Poor Red just wants a normal life.

Instead of moping around about being ousted from glory, Red decides to embrace the quiet life. He chooses to go by the name Gideon.

He sets up shop in a small town and becomes... an herbalist! Talk about a change of pace. From battling demons to brewing potions for coughs and sniffles.

Small Town, Big Surprises

Life in the countryside isn’t all sunshine and daisies, though. There is some surprising drama!

Enter Rit, a princess who also decides to ditch her royal life. Turns out, she's also interested in living a low-key life with Red. Awkward, but also kind of sweet?

Their meeting is hardly love at first sight, but there's a definite spark there. It's a refreshing change from the usual damsel-in-distress trope.

She's got a past with Red and, surprise, they both seem to be hiding their identities. Secrets, secrets are no fun...

More Than Just a Slice-of-Life

The episode sprinkles in flashbacks of the hero's party. We glimpse epic battles and serious world-saving moments. It reminds us of what Red left behind. This gives his new life a special charm.

It really is about a person wanting to be more than their title and responsibility. Red is making something for himself and he's no longer just the "support" character.

Despite being about a hero who wants to quit, the story doesn’t shy away from action. We see glimpses of danger lurking beneath the surface of this peaceful town. It's a slow-burn that'll keep you hooked.

There's a little bit of action, a bit of romance, and a whole lot of trying to figure out what "normal" even means.

Overall, the first episode of Banished From the Hero's Party is surprisingly heartwarming. It will give you a craving to just drop everything and move to the countryside. Maybe not to fight demons, but definitely to open a cute little shop.

It's a fun twist on the fantasy genre. It's about finding happiness in the everyday. Plus, who doesn't love a little romance with a side of potion-making?